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About this spot
Okazaki Castle, a symbol of Okazaki City in Aichi Prefecture, is a historic spot famous as the birthplace of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the ruler of Japan. The current keep was reconstructed in 1959, and its interior is a history museum with the latest digital exhibits. You can learn in detail about Okazaki's history and the lives of the Mikawa samurai, and from the observation room on the top floor, you can enjoy a panoramic view over Okazaki City. Okazaki Park, which surrounds the castle, is full of attractions, such as the "Ubuyu no Ido" well associated with Ieyasu and the "Great Ieyasu 'Aoi' Busho-tai," which performs powerful martial demonstrations. In spring, about 800 cherry trees bloom, making it one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots, and the illuminated night cherry blossoms are fantastically beautiful. It is a perfect spot for history lovers on a solo trip, as well as for weekend strolls with family or friends. Feel the pulse of Japanese history in this place, popular also as a power spot, where people seek a share of Ieyasu's success.
Last updated March 29, 2026